Best 8 Summer Squash And Potato Saute Recipes

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Summer squash and potato sauté is a delectable vegetarian dish that combines the vibrant flavors of fresh summer squash and tender potatoes. This vibrant dish is not only visually appealing but also a nutritional powerhouse, packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The sautéing technique allows the vegetables to retain their crisp texture while infusing them with a medley of aromatic herbs and spices. This versatile dish can be served as a main course, a side dish, or even as a flavorful addition to your favorite salads or grain bowls. With its ease of preparation and delightful taste, summer squash and potato sauté is a perfect recipe for busy weeknights, potlucks, or casual gatherings.

In this article, we present two variations of this classic dish:

1. **Classic Summer Squash and Potato Sauté:**
- This traditional recipe features a combination of summer squash, potatoes, onions, garlic, and fresh herbs sautéed in butter or olive oil. The result is a simple yet satisfying dish that showcases the natural flavors of the vegetables.

2. **Mediterranean-Style Summer Squash and Potato Sauté:**
- This flavorful variation adds a Mediterranean twist to the classic recipe. It incorporates aromatic spices like cumin, paprika, and oregano, along with sun-dried tomatoes and briny olives. The result is a vibrant and savory dish that is sure to transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean.

Both recipes can be easily customized to suit your preferences. Feel free to experiment with different types of summer squash, such as zucchini, yellow squash, or pattypan squash. You can also add other vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, or corn for a more colorful and nutrient-rich dish. Serve the sautéed summer squash and potatoes with a side of crusty bread, grilled chicken or fish, or a refreshing salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SUMMER SQUASH SAUTé



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Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Side     Sauté     Vegetarian     Low Cal     Almond     Squash     Summer     Healthy     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds summer squash and/or zucchini, cut into matchsticks
1 teaspoon kosher salt plus more
1/4 cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, sliced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place squash in a colander set in the sink or over a large bowl and toss with 1 teaspoon salt. Let squash stand 10 minutes, then squeeze well to remove as much excess moisture as possible (do not rinse).
  • Meanwhile, toast almonds in a large dry skillet over medium heat, tossing occasionally, until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate; let cool.
  • Heat oil in same skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring often, until fragrant but not browned, about 2 minutes. Add squash and cook, tossing occasionally, until crisptender, about 5 minutes. Fold in Parmesan and season with salt and pepper. Fold in almonds.

SAUTEED SUMMER SQUASH SIDE DISH



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This is a quick and easy side dish that goes perfectly with meats, pastas, and fish. It is a saute of zucchini and summer squash.

Provided by Sarah

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 bunch scallions, diced
1 teaspoon minced garlic, or more to taste
1 zucchini, sliced 1/4-inch thick, or more to taste
1 summer squash, sliced 1/4-inch thick, or more to taste
4 pinches dried Italian seasoning, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil over medium heat in a medium-sized skillet, about 1 minute. Add scallions and garlic; saute in the hot oil until tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Add zucchini and squash; season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Saute until squash is tender, 8 to 12 minutes.
  • Divide mixture evenly among plates. Garnish with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 52.1 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

FRIED YELLOW SQUASH WITH POTATOES AND ONIONS



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My boyfriend suggested I add some squash to the fried potatoes as a way to use up the extra squash. It tastes really good as a side dish to pork or chicken.

Provided by Kelly Lee Sevart

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Summer Squash

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup vegetable oil
½ yellow onion, diced
4 potatoes, peeled and sliced
3 yellow squash, sliced
¼ cup butter
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat until oil is hot; decrease heat to medium. Cook and stir onion and potatoes in the hot oil until potatoes are lightly browned and partially cooked, 15 to 20 minutes. Add squash, butter, paprika, black pepper, garlic powder, salt, and red pepper flakes; cook until potatoes are golden brown, 15 to 20 more minutes, turning occasionally. Remove from skillet with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 340 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

SKILLET SQUASH AND POTATOES



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MY NIECE suggested I try cooking squash and potatoes together. I found that potatoes really do enhance the flavor of squash. I made up this recipe, and it turned out to be a keeper-a great side dish for any entree and a complement to other vegetables as well. -Bonnie Milner DeRidder, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 small potato, peeled and thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 small yellow summer squash, sliced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash paprika

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute potato and onion in oil until crisp-tender. Add squash; saute 4-6 minutes longer or until the vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 300mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

PROVENCAL SUMMER SQUASH AND POTATO GRATIN



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This dish is based on a traditional Provencal dish called a tian, the perfect baked dish for showcasing summer vegetables. Try swapping rosemary for thyme or oregano, or adding thinly sliced summer eggplant to the mix.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 side dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Cooking spray
1 medium yellow summer squash (about 8 ounces)
1 medium zucchini (about 8 ounces)
1 small Yukon gold potato, about 4 ounces, scrubbed and thinly sliced
1/4 small sweet onion, such as Vidalia, thinly sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 sprig fresh rosemary, leaves removed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup (1 1/2 ounces) freshly grated Manchego cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly mist a shallow 2-quart baking or gratin dish with cooking spray.
  • Thinly slice the squash, zucchini, potato, and onion 1/4-inch thick with a mandolin or by hand. Shingle the vegetables in the prepared baking dish in one layer. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with the rosemary leaves and drizzle with olive oil. Cover with foil and bake until the potatoes are tender, 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Remove the foil; sprinkle with the cheese. Bake until the cheese is browned and most of the liquid has evaporated, about 45 minutes more. Let stand at least 10 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

SUMMER VEGETABLE SUCCOTASH



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Categories     Potato     Soy     Side     Corn     Squash     Summer     Gourmet     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb small (1-inch) yellow-fleshed potatoes such as Yukon Gold
1 tablespoon vegetable oil (preferably corn oil)
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
2 cups fresh corn kernels (from 3 ears; preferably yellow and white)
8 oz baby pattypan squash, trimmed and quartered
8 oz frozen shelled edamame (fresh soybeans) or baby lima beans (1 1/2 cups), cooked according to package directions and cooled
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Cover potatoes with cold salted water by 1 inch in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are just tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and cool, then cut into bite-size pieces.
  • Heat oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a well-seasoned 10-inch cast-iron skillet over high heat until foam subsides, then sauté potatoes with salt and pepper to taste, turning once or twice, until nicely crusted, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl.
  • Sauté corn and squash in remaining 3 tablespoons butter in skillet over moderately high heat, stirring, until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in beans and sauté, stirring, until heated through. Season with salt and pepper and add to potatoes with onion and chives, stirring to combine.

SQUASH, POTATOES AND ONIONS- OH MY!



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A wonderful side dish that I make as soon as the yellow squash start coming in. When I first started making this about 30 years ago, I used the bacon grease. I found I like the margarine better and I like the squash to cook so that you have a few browned pieces in. Oooohh, that gives it so much flavor!

Provided by Chef Mommie

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/4 cup margarine (or a little bacon grease)
3 medium size yellow squash (cut in chunks)
2 medium potatoes (cut in chunks)
1 small onion (halved and sliced)

Steps:

  • Wash and Cut up squash, potatoes and onions.
  • Melt butter in lg. fry pan.
  • Add squash.
  • Add potatoes on top of squash.
  • Add onions on top of potatoes.
  • Cover and simmer till potatoes are done stirring occasionally (about 1/2 hour).
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add small amount of water if it starts sticking (usually not necessary due to water content in vegetables).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.8, Fat 6.3, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 85.5, Carbohydrate 24.9, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 5.2, Protein 4.2

SAUTéED SUMMER SQUASH WITH RED PEPPER AND ONION



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This is the time of year when, no matter what part of the country you live in, tables at farmers' markets are piled high with summer squash, mounds of it: yellow, light green and dark, round and long. This is a vegetable that expresses itself well in a wide range of dishes; just about every cuisine in the world knows how to show it off. It's an excellent low-calorie food, with only 19 calories per cup of raw squash. This dish is great on its own as a side dish, but it can also be incorporated into many other recipes.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Time 20m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 medium onion, chopped (about 1 cup chopped)
2 plump garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 pounds summer squash, cut in 1/2-inch dice
1 small red pepper, cut in 1/4-inch dice
Salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat and add the onion. Cook, stirring often, until tender, 5 to 8 minutes, and add the garlic, summer squash, red pepper, and about 3/4 teaspoon salt. Turn the heat to medium-high and cook, stirring, until the squash is translucent and the red pepper tender, about 10 minutes. Add freshly ground pepper, taste and adjust salt. Stir in the parsley and remove from the heat. Serve as a side dish, or use as a filling for a vegetable tart, gratin, or frittata.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 51, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 248 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Squash: For this recipe, yellow squash or zucchini works best. Look for firm, unblemished squash with bright color.
  • Slice Squash Properly: Cut the squash into thin, even slices. This will help them cook evenly and quickly.
  • Don't Crowd the Pan: When sautéing the squash and potatoes, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and becoming mushy.
  • Season Generously: Don't be shy with the seasonings. Garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper are essential for adding flavor to the dish.
  • Cook Until Tender: Sauté the squash and potatoes until they are tender but still have a slight bite to them. Overcooking will make them mushy.
  • Garnish Before Serving: Before serving, sprinkle the dish with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for an extra pop of flavor and color.

Conclusion:

This summer squash and potato sauté is a quick, easy, and flavorful dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. It's packed with fresh summer vegetables and is a great way to get your daily dose of vitamins and minerals. Serve it as a side dish or as a main course with a side of bread or rice. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.

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